Q. Consider the following statements about President of India:

1. The president has the power to summon, prorogue and dissolve the either House of Parliament
2. The resolution for the impeachment of president must be passed by a majority of not less than two-third of the members present and voting

Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Answer: Neither 1 nor 2
Notes: First statement is incorrect because Rajya Sabha cannot be dissolved. President can summon & prorogue both Houses of Parliament. But there is no provision to dissolve Rajya Sabha. Only Lok Sabha can be dissolved by the President. Second statement is incorrect because the resolution for the impeachment of president must be passed by a majority of not less than two-third of the total membership of the House.

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